Sydney FC coach lauds goalkeeper after son’s illness

Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold praised Danny Vukovic after the goalkeeper’s strong performance, despite a family health issue, helped Sydney to remain unbeaten following a 0-0 draw with Brisbane in the A-League. First-placed Sydney FC extended its unbeaten streak to 18 games, and Vukovic made save after save to prevent third-placed Brisbane from scoring.

Washington Spirit striker Francisca Ordega joins Sydney FC on loan

After reports in Australia broke overnight, the Washington Spirit confirmed that Francisca Ordega will play the rest of the W-League season on loan with Sydney FC this morning. Ordega has joined Sydney already, and will stay in Australia through the end of the W-League season in February before returning to rejoin the Spirit for the preseason.